From the southwest corner of Nigeria, a pioneering social enterprise called Durian is lifting rural women out of poverty to become economically self-sufficient and confident of their value in building a more sustainable world. Training women to turn local waste into sustainable livelihoods is breaking through cultural norms that have historically relegated Nigerian women to powerless second-class citizens. In doing so, Durian is building a vibrant circular economy with measurable results for thousands of women, as well as their families and entire communities. Investing in women in rural communities has tremendous impact on individuals and families, as well as communities and society at-large in creating a more sustainable world. getty Economic independence sustains communities Located in Imafon, a rural community in Ondo state, Nigeria, Durian operates training sites and crop and livestock farms where women produce food, learn how to make crafts and furniture from bamboo and wood, turn fabric waste into fashions, create skin care items from cocoa pod husks, and process food from cassava flakes. Women and their children also participate in development sessions that span adult literacy, leadership, communication and computer skills, finance and banking, and human rights. Participants often assume project lead positions at Durian, […]
K&X Design and Investment Technology, LLC
Invest The Invisible Impact
K&X Design and Investment Technology, LLC
Invest The Invisible Impact
